Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast

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Reyna Hits Minutes Milestone, Richards Issues Apology, U.S. Open Cup Final Preview (Soccer 10/20) Oct 20, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad and Benny Feilhaber kick things off with a weekend roundup of Americans Abroad, including Tanner Tessmann’s winner for Lyon, Tim Weah’s two assists for Marseille, and Gio Reyna’s goal against PSG and first full 90 in years (04:55). Plus, should USMNT fans be concerned about Chris Richards and Crystal Palace's form (12:24)? The guys discuss the history of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and break down the biggest storylines heading into Wednesday's final between Columbus Crew and St. Louis City SC (26:32). Which uncapped players should get a call-up for December camp with the USMNT set to play Jamaica (53:12)? And the guys look ahead to a big week for Americans in Champions League and Europa League action (1:01:32).

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Pulisic's Role Under Amorim, Edelman Talks St Louis City's Unbeaten Run, USMNT's Most Important Players (Soccer 10/16) Oct 16, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola recap the week's Americans Abroad action, including Malik Tillman's goal for Leverkusen and Johnny Cardoso's influential performance against Manchester United (04:23). The crew breaks down Ruben Amorim's evolving system at AC Milan, Christian Pulisic's changing role and what it will take for the American to earn more minutes (05:48). Daniel Edelman joins ahead of next week's U.S. Open Cup final to discuss settling in at St. Louis City, the team's 21-game unbeaten run and what he misses most about New Jersey (25:03). The guys debate the USMNT's five most important players right now (46:05), and Jimmy looks back on his collegiate soccer days (54:20)!

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Freeman's Real Madrid Breakout, Dortmund's American Connection, Poch Wants More! (Soccer 10/13) Oct 13, 2026

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Mauricio Pochettino challenged his USMNT players to “improve and be better” when they returned to their clubs, and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola assess who's answering the call and who's falling short (11:15). Alex Freeman and Johnny Cardoso are making their mark in LaLiga, but Matt Freese, Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman have reasons for concern (22:12). Niko Kovac tips Mathis Albert for a bigger role at Dortmund, prompting a discussion about the youngster's ceiling and the club's track record of developing U.S. talent (33:29). Zavier Gozo makes Messi's Top 10 Future Stars list, but is that a blessing or a curse (47:25)? St. Louis CITY SC and Philadelphia Union are putting together historic unbeaten runs, but which is the team to avoid in the MLS playoffs (54:25)?

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Steve Cherundolo on the 2028 Olympics, USMNT’s Young Talent & Cavan Sullivan's Ceiling (Soccer 10/9) Oct 09, 2026

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Following the clean sweep that was the September/October camp, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola spin things forward by looking at the USMNT's November’s Nations League doubleheader against Haiti (04:50) and how the newly-capped players have reshaped the depth chart (08:27). U.S. U-23 men's coach Steve Cherundolo joins to discuss his preparations for the 2028 Olympics, the young talent at his and Mauricio Pochettino's disposal, and why accepting national team call-ups is so important (24:58). And the guys examine Cavan Sullivan’s meteoric rise and how it compares with the hype surrounding past American prospects Landon Donovan, Christian Pulisic and Freddy Adu (54:25).

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USMNT Win Ugly To Close A Perfect Window | USA vs. Canada Recap & Reaction (10/7) Oct 07, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola tie a bow on an international break that saw Mauricio Pochettino new-look roster win four games out of four, capped off with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Canada. The Athletic's Joshua Kloke joins to give the Canadian angle before the guys break down the USMNT's performance.

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USMNT Youngsters Expose Error-Strewn El Tri | USA vs. Mexico Recap & Reaction (Soccer 10/4) Oct 04, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola recap an historic edition of the Concacaf Clásico as the USMNT cruised to a 3-0 win over Mexico. Julian Hall continued his remarkable start to international soccer by scoring in three straight appearances, while 17-year-old Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player ever to score for the Red, White and Blue. The crew goes line-by-line to evaluate the collective and individual performances as Mauricio Pochettino secured his first win over El Tri. Mistakes from goalkeeper Raúl Rangel contributed to two of the goals while Mateo Chavez earned a red card on a night to forget for Mexico. Are panic stations already setting in for Rafa Márquez? Plus, the guys look ahead to the final game of the window, with the USMNT set to face Canada on Tuesday.

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Third Time's The Charm For Poch? | USMNT vs. Mexico Preview & Predictions (Soccer 10/1) Oct 01, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola get braced for the latest instalment of the USMNT's not-so-friendly rivalry with El Tri. The crew assesses how the new-look team has looked so far with the likes of Julian Hall making an immediate impact in their first national team camp (03:21). Mauricio Pochettino says Sebastian Berhalter is "priceless," so does that mean the Boro man will start against Mexico (13:38)? Having lost his previous two encounters coaching against Mexico, how much pressure is on Poch to win this time (20:43)? Rafa Márquez is at the wheel, and with star boy Gilberto Mora likely out due to injury, how will the new coach line up on Saturday (31:26)? And the guys debate the USMNT's strongest starting XI as they look to restore regional pride (44:43).

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Young U.S. Stars Shine in Wild Win Over Chile | USMNT Recap & Reaction (Soccer 9/29) Sep 30, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola break down the second game of the USMNT’s window, another chance for the new faces on the roster to make their mark, and another win over a South American opponent - this time a 4-2 victory over Chile. Julian Hall scored his second goal of the window, while Mathis Albert became the youngest player ever to score for the USMNT as the new generation continued to make its case. But it wasn’t all perfect, with the U.S. exposed by a few defensive lapses throughout the game. Plus, what happened at the final whistle? The guys break down the wild team brawl that capped off a memorable night in St. Louis.

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The USMNT's youth movement is officially underway | USA vs. Peru Full Recap & Reaction (Soccer 9/26) Sep 27, 2026

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Marcelo Balboa react to the USMNT's 4-1 win over Peru, as Mauricio Pochettino's first full cycle began with a wave of new faces. Eleven of the 13 uncapped players called into camp earned their first caps, and while Cavan Sullivan entered the night as the biggest talking point, teenagers Justin Ellis and Julian Hall stole the show with goals on their international debuts.

The guys go line-by-line to assess the performances, identify the players who made the biggest impressions and discuss what the new generation could mean for the USMNT moving forward. Then, they look ahead to Tuesday's friendly against Chile and what Pochettino could learn from another opportunity to evaluate his young players.

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What To Expect From Los Incas, George Campbell Talks USMNT Return, More! | USA vs. Peru Preview & Predictions (Soccer 9/24) Sep 24, 2026

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The new USMNT cycle starts Saturday against Peru, and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola are looking ahead to what could be a very different-looking team under Mauricio Pochettino. What matters most coming out of the World Cup: formation or personnel? George Campbell joins from camp to talk about his return to the national team after the disappointment of missing the World Cup. The West Brom captain opens up about his MLS-to-Championship move, what he learned from missing out on the biggest stage, and his mindset heading into September- October camp. Plus, the guys reflect on their own experiences as USMNT first-timers before making their cases for the XI they want to see against Los Incas.

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